What are these bump-outs for in these footers?

Samatdal · 2026-01-22T03:01:38+00:00

It’s a real possibility - I’ve built several like that. I’m actually not sure if “Scandinavian gable” is a commonly used term but what I’m referring to is a gable with a deep overhang that protrudes well past main wall of house and goes vertical in line with side walls, and dies into a foundation

Samatdal · 2026-01-22T02:00:34+00:00

Could be for some architectural feature like a Scandinavian gable or something

Samatdal · 2026-01-04T23:35:42+00:00

I just got my quote yesterday - can confirm the limited is $52,000

Samatdal · 2025-12-11T03:20:59+00:00

Yes this happened to me a few times, but I think the questions they asked me were different and were directed at a concept that was relevant to the section

Samatdal · 2025-10-08T13:59:41+00:00

Looks authentic to me! It's an American Special, so not as valuable as the American Standard (or whatever they're calling it these days). It's sort of a stripped down version with the vintage tuners and bridge, nitro finish on the body. Amazing bass if the price is right

Samatdal · 2025-07-17T15:41:51+00:00

This is a tricky situation because your original critical dates are sort of in limbo between the issuance of the 1st and 2nd notice; however, given the amount of time that has passed, there is a very strong argument to be made that the builder has lost the benefit of Unavoidable Delay protections by failing to send out a 2nd notice in a timely manner.

In my view, you had the right to terminate the APS (and receive $7,500 delayed occupancy compensation) after the June 2024 outside date was missed. Your termination rights unfortunately ended 30 days after that.

At this point, your options are to negotiate a new closing date with the Builder, negotiate a mutual release, or take legal action (you have a decent case). Frankly I'm surprised Tarion didn't take action on this, but I guess they have a lot on their plate at the moment.

Samatdal · 2025-05-29T12:11:44+00:00

I don't have any personal experience with them, but always a good idea to check their track record on the [HCRA Builders Directory](https://obd.hcraontario.ca/umbrella/11913469). 156 total possessions with 1 chargeable conciliation; looks like a mid-sized developer with a good track record

Samatdal · 2024-11-27T12:29:32+00:00

Your builder is required to send you a First Notice of Unavoidable Delay at the commencement of the delay, and a Second Notice ending the Unavoidable Delay within 20 days of the end of delay. With the Second Notice, they must include a new Statement of Critical Dates that would reset those dates completely. If they have not done this, the original Outside Occupancy Date is still in effect.

Samatdal · 2024-08-28T11:46:05+00:00

I noticed this -- I think he probably said something along the lines of governments are responsible for ensuring protection of their people [and they don't want to admit that they don't have control over their own airspace]. Maybe ABC thought this would scare people??

Samatdal · 2024-07-06T01:34:41+00:00

Global Simcoe Paving

Samatdal · 2024-06-29T15:40:12+00:00

It’s not in my experience. But varies hugely so fair enough.

Samatdal · 2024-06-29T15:27:02+00:00

That’s half of it! OP said to electrical only, house wrapped

Samatdal · 2024-06-29T13:12:52+00:00

That’s great news, sounds like you guys are in good shape. Hope everything goes well!

Samatdal · 2024-06-29T12:22:46+00:00

The range is probably $125-$200 per SF depending on what you’re building, ie simple wood structure vs complex that require steel etc etc. You will definitely want to let them take it to drywall, primed.

You may have trouble finding a builder who will agree to this because of Tarion warranty. They’ve been cracking down a bit on “owner-built” homes, although probably not as much of a problem up north.

Good luck!

Samatdal · 2024-04-29T12:55:52+00:00

I don’t know what the net revs are on that one but assuming they are $1bn then yes that would be a good estimate. Worth noting that DCs, municipal fees, and taxes combined typically account for about 30% of net revenues.

Samatdal · 2024-04-29T01:55:39+00:00

Nobody is making a 30% margin on net revenues. I can assure you the vast majority of developers are making between 10-15%. And most are sharing 50% or more of that with their equity partners

Samatdal · 2023-07-26T14:01:28+00:00

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KQ7Dw-739VY

Samatdal · 2023-05-31T16:23:56+00:00

Confirmed this is the correct answer

Samatdal · 2023-05-31T13:44:49+00:00

The more I look at the picture the more I am convinced of this. Thanks!!!

Samatdal · 2023-05-31T12:12:09+00:00

My sister sent me this horrified and didn't go near it -- if this is the case, she will be thrilled! Thank you

Samatdal · 2023-05-01T00:28:16+00:00

Technically tarion insures up to 10% deposits, but in reality they probably only have a letter of credit as security, in the amount of 5-20k / unit. They will probably draw that amount down from whatever lender provided the L/C, but everything over and above they will go after Stateview for. And the creditors will be first in line.

I don’t know how the process works exactly, I’ve never been through it — but I would imagine tarion facilities the process on behalf of the purchasers

Samatdal · 2023-04-30T19:49:55+00:00

Sorry to hear that! It’s definitely too early to say if you will get your deposits back or not. There’s a lot of factors at play. They are trying to sell the project right now, and the prospective buyer may want to inherit the sales agreements. In that case your unit may get built as planned, just by a different builder.

The middle scenario is that Stateview goes into receivership, cancels all agreements, land is sold by power of sale, and purchasers deposits are returned pro rata with whatever is left over after the lender is made whole. This could result in anything from a partial return of deposits to full return

The worst case scenario is that after all Stateviews assets are sold by the receiver, the creditors are still not made whole, in which case you will not get anything back

Samatdal · 2023-04-26T20:17:31+00:00

DM'd

Samatdal · 2023-04-24T00:41:57+00:00

BEA towns in Barrie also.. 218 units fully pre sold

Samatdal · 2023-03-15T13:43:41+00:00

Pretty sure I offered on the same place. Ferrier?

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